Eremophila racemosa, commonly known as Easter Egg Emu Bush, is a striking shrub that thrives in Tucson’s arid climate, bringing unique color and charm to desert gardens. Known for its vibrant, tubular flowers that range in color from pink and orange to yellow on the same plant, it creates an eye-catching display throughout the cooler months. The slender, green foliage provides a subtle backdrop, allowing the flowers to stand out. This medium-sized shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring little water once established, making it perfect for xeriscaping. Cold-hardy to around 25°F, it may need frost protection during extreme cold. Winter care includes occasional deep watering and light pruning to shape the plant after its bloom cycle, ensuring a healthy and attractive addition to any Tucson garden.
Eremophila racemosa
Eremophila racemosa
Easter Egg Emu Bush
Eremophila racemosa, commonly known as Easter Egg Emu Bush, is a striking shrub that thrives in Tucson’s arid climate, bringing unique color and charm to desert gardens. Known for its vibrant, tubular flowers that range in color from pink and orange to yellow on the same plant, it creates an eye-catching display throughout the cooler months. The slender, green foliage provides a subtle backdrop, allowing the flowers to stand out. This medium-sized shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring little water once established, making it perfect for xeriscaping. Cold-hardy to around 25°F, it may need frost protection during extreme cold. Winter care includes occasional deep watering and light pruning to shape the plant after its bloom cycle, ensuring a healthy and attractive addition to any Tucson garden.
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Yellow, Pink, Orange |
| Flower Season | Spring, Late Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 3-6 ft |
| Spread | 3-6 ft |
| Spacing | 5 ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Specimen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Heat, Rocky Soil, Salt |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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